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Most people assume blind children don’t know where they are — but the real challenge isn’t orientation, it’s mobility. In this eye-opening thought experiment, you’ll discover how blind kids can confidently know their space, yet still need tools like the white cane to move safely. Try it yourself: close your eyes, navigate your home, and gain a deeper understanding of what your child truly experiences.

Now that your blind child is moving confidently with the Pediatric Belt Cane, it’s the perfect time to start building independence at home. Learn how to teach age-appropriate chores through direct instruction, tactile routines, and daily practice—empowering your child to develop essential life skills one step at a time.

Children begin learning to navigate their world from the moment they start moving. For children with blindness or mobility-related visual impairments, this process can be more complex — but no less vital. Traditional mobility tools like long canes often aren’t introduced until school age, which can delay critical stages of physical and cognitive development. The Pediatric Belt Cane, however, provides the tactile input needed to safely begin independent movement as early as 1

The white cane arc is an essential tool for anyone with a mobility visual impairment or blindness (MVI/B). Yet, children with an MVI/B struggle to even hold the long cane much less sweep it back and forth with each step. Children can push a static white cane arc in front of them. The static white cane arc is when it is built into the device.

When a child is born blind, parents look to pediatric ophthalmologists for answers—but who provides the tools for safe, independent walking? With new research showing the benefits of the Pediatric Belt Cane, it’s time to rethink early mobility and who should be prescribing it.

Imagine a playground at recess: children darting, laughter ringing in spontaneous choreography. Now, enter a blind child who is wearing a...

When a child faces challenges with mobility or vision, the right tools can make all the difference. Pediatric walking aids are designed...

Navigating the world can be challenging for visually impaired children. Traditional mobility aids like long canes are effective but can sometimes be cumbersome for young users. Enter the innovative belt cane for kids - a compact, user-friendly solution designed to empower children with visual impairments to explore their surroundings confidently and safely.

When it comes to helping children with mobility challenges due to visual and motor impairments, finding the right tools can make all the difference.

This blog answers how the belt cane can be incorporated into a child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) in a manner consistent with US Education Law, specifically The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C § 303.13? This blog post provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for families and early intervention teams.

For many children, mobility is crucial for developing independence and participating in daily activities. A wide range of mobility aids for children is available to help them navigate their world successfully. One such effective tool is the Pediatric Belt Cane.

We are delighted to announce that Safe Toddles has just received a new grant award from the Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation—building on their support from last year for our Blind Baby Safe Mobility Curriculum project!

One innovative tool that has emerged to address mobility challenges is the Pediatric Belt Cane. This assistive device empowers children, helping them gain confidence and navigate their environment with ease.

Understanding how your child with a Mobility Visual Impairment or Blindness (MVI/B) moves can be both exciting and overwhelming.

As we celebrate the spirit of independence this July 4th, we are reminded of its profound impact—not just on nations, but on individuals....

A Journey of Hope with Pediatric Belt Canes On April 2, we embarked on a mission of hope. We shipped six Pediatric Belt Canes to Fituma...

We have two papers accepted! This one, Improved gait of 100 Pediatric Blind and low Vision Patients Once Wearing a Pediatric Belt Cane ...

There I sat in my garage converted office in front of my computer screen as I waited for West Point Cadet Mary Claire Schleck's...

Cogan Ophthalmic History Society 2025 Meeting This is the 37th meeting. The final day of the Society meeting is today, Sunday, April 27...